DNR Weekly News Update, June 3, 2014
Admission free to more than 100 state parks, forests and trails on June 7-8
MADISON – Admission to Wisconsin’s more than 100 state parks, forests and trails is free on June 7-8 and special events are planned at many of them to showcase their scenery, recreation and history. - Read Full Article
Geocaching series now offered in nearly 50 Wisconsin State Parks
MADISON – The growing popularity of geocaching – an outdoor recreational activity in which the participants use a Global Positioning System receiver or mobile device to look for hidden containers called geocaches -- has led to the placement of new “official” caches at nearly 50 Wisconsin state park properties. - Read Full Article
Stream bank protection program gives landowners opportunity to leave conservation legacy for future generations
MADISON – Landowners with stream-front property may be eligible for the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources’ Stream Bank Protection program. The program will provide for public fishing access to Wisconsin’s highest quality streams and foster habitat projects to improve fish habitat and water quality. - Read Full Article
DNR offers guide for proper construction and demolition waste disposal
MADISON – Contractors, consultants and construction firms in the business of building and demolition are reminded to check out free information available on-line from the Department of Natural Resources to help safely manage hazardous waste and other materials. - Read Full Article
Wisconsin hosts national dragonfly experts
LADYSMITH, Wis. – The Dragonfly Society of the Americas along with the Wisconsin Dragonfly Society will co-host their annual business meetings on June 13-15 in Wisconsin’s Northwoods, welcoming nature enthusiasts from all over to learn more about dragonflies and connect with many of the best dragonfly experts in North America. - Read Full Article
Book illustrating Wisconsin’s rich conservation history now available for free via DNR website
MADISON – “The Gamekeepers: Wisconsin Wildlife Conservation from WCD to CWD” is now available for download free of charge on the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources’ website. - Read Full Article
Wisconsin Natural Resources magazine June issue has some hot topics
MADISON – In fact, the latest issue of Wisconsin Natural Resources magazine is smoking! Our cover story, “Where there’s smoke . . .” recalls lessons learned on the one-year anniversary of the Germann Road Fire. A quick and effective response saved structures and lives. “Back in the Day” plays off the fire theme, looking at technologies used to fight forest fires in Wisconsin. “A soaring new career” pays tribute to the important work DNR pilots do including fire response from the sky. - Read Full Article